Can you snorkel off the beach in Curacao?
You can enjoy nice snorkeling sessions off the gorgeous beaches on Curacao’s Northwestern coast (left: Playa Porto Mari), even if the sea life is not spectacular (right, Klein Knip). Car rental is by far the best option to reach the beaches, as the public transportation network is limited on the island.
Where can I swim with turtles in Curacao?
Turtle Underwater Encounter The best locations for an underwater encounter with a sea turtle are Playa Grandi (also called Playa Piscado), Playa Lagun and Klein Curacao (Little Curacao). Try to go to Playa Grandi between 12 and 4pm. It is at the turn with the red octopus tree.
Is snorkeling better in Aruba or Curaçao?
Overall, Curaçao has better options for snorkeling and shore diving, where you can walk in from the beach–just make sure to bring water shoes! Virtually all of the great snorkeling and diving spots on the island are located along the West Coast.
Is there snorkeling at Mambo beach Curaçao?
A very nice typical resort type beach , clean with nice bathrooms. I never would have imagined that here would be the BEST snorkeling we have done in many years. It was almost to easy. Just walk in and swim a short distance to the rock getty .
Which Caribbean island has the best snorkeling from shore?
If you’re on the hunt for the best snorkeling in Caribbean waters throughout the year, then the Grand Cayman is worth consideration. A fair number of the spots have beach access and are accessible from the shore. Although there are other spots, such as Stingray City, that are best experienced with a tour.
Are there flamingos in Curacao?
Much like Bonaire, Curaçao is a protected habitat for flamingos. There are hundreds that reside on the island, and most days you’ll find a couple dozen wading through the waters of Rif-Sint Marie just before Sint Willibrordus.
How do you get to Klein Curacao?
There’s basically one way to get to Klein Curacao and that’s by boat. There are several tour operators that offer full catered boat trips to this fantastic bounty island. Every tour operator offers their own specific package.